Ames-inspired resume typography and layout guide. Use when creating, reviewing, or formatting resumes and CVs. Triggers for "write a resume", "format my resume", "resume template", "resume design", "update my CV", "resume style guide", "ATS-friendly resume", or when the user asks for help with professional documents that follow the Ames industrial typography aesthetic.
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Industrial-strength typography for modern professionals. Based on the Ames Shovel
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Industrial-strength typography for modern professionals. Based on the Ames Shovel Company's 225-year design tradition: bold Gothic headers for authority, traditional serifs for readability, strategic color for emphasis.
| Color | Hex | Usage |
|---|---|---|
| Black | #000000 | All body text, headers, name |
| Manufacturing Red | #d94a2d | Strategic emphasis only (2-3 elements max) |
| Heritage Gold | #f5a542 | Alternative accent for creative roles |
| Precision Gray | #666666 | Dates, locations, metadata |
| Rule Gray | #cccccc | Optional divider lines |
Rule: Use red OR gold, never both. Red = bold/technical. Gold = warm/creative.
OLIVER AMES
Content Strategist - Digital Marketing
oliver@email.com - 802-555-0123 - Burlington, VT - linkedin.com/in/username
Three options (pick one per resume, stay consistent):
Content Strategist | Company Name 2018-Present
Burlington, Vermont
- Increased social media reach 128% through Vermont-focused content strategy
- Managed $125K annual marketing budget across 6 channels
Scannable format (preferred):
CORE COMPETENCIES
Social Media Strategy - Video Production - SEO & PPC - Brand Development
Crimson Text Regular, 10.5pt. Bold the 3-4 most critical skills in red.
YES: Quantified achievements (347% growth, $2M budget), industry certifications, critical technical skills, awards, management scope (Led team of 10).
NO: Subjective claims, every bullet point, entire sentences, job titles, company names, more than 3-5 elements per page.
Creative/design portfolios, marketing/brand roles, hospitality/customer-facing positions, when warmth matters more than boldness. Same 2-3 element limit applies.
Create two versions:
ATS checklist:
firstname-lastname-resume-2026.pdf
firstname-lastname-resume-visual.pdf
firstname-lastname-resume-ats.docx
Lowercase, hyphens, descriptive, dated.
Bold industrial typography that commands respect. Strategic color for emphasis. Readable serifs for extended content. Black-and-white foundation with minimal accent color. Functional excellence over decoration.